The Kalka-Shimla route is one of the most picturesque train journeys in the country. Indian Railways successfully tested the Vistadome train on this historic route on Tuesday. Local travel businesses and taxi drivers in Shimla are enthusiastic about the potential boost to tourism that the new train could bring.
What's New
Soon You'll Be Able To Experience The Kalka-Shimla Route Like Never Before
Regular trains from Kalka to Shimla typically take around six hours, but the Vistadome coach will successfully slash travel time between Kalka and Shimla by 30 minutes
OT Staff
22 August 2024
The UNESCO heritage narrow gauge Kalka Simla Railway line
Photo: Premachandran K V/Shutterstock
The UNESCO heritage narrow gauge Kalka Simla Railway line
Photo: Premachandran K V/Shutterstock
